If there was a Mount Rushmore of rock bands, there’s no doubt The Rolling Stones would be chosen. They are one of the most famous musical acts to ever exist. But even still, there are probably generations of folks who know The Rolling Stones but aren’t familiar with the name Brian Jones. Thankfully, “The Stones & Brian Jones” is here to rectify that.
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As seen in the trailer for “The Stones & Brian Jones,” the documentary traces the early days of The Rolling Stones, which was formed by Brian Jones. Serving as an instrumental (no pun intended) part of the bad in the early days, the rock and roll lifestyle would eventually spell doom for Jones. And in the late ’60s, after several run-ins with the law, the Stones decided to move forward with the band without Jones.
The documentary is directed by Nick Broomfield, who is no stranger to musical docs, having directed “Kurt & Courtney,” “Biggie & Tupac,” and “Marianne & Leonard: Words of Love.” Clearly, the man loves his ampersands.
“The Stones & Brian Jones” will have a special one-night theatrical event on November 7 before being available everywhere on November 17. You can watch the trailer below.
Here’s the synopsis:
Featuring revealing interviews with all the main players and unseen archive released for the first time, The Stones and Brian Jones explores the creative musical genius of Jones, key to the success of the band, and uncovers how the founder of what became the greatest rock’n’roll band in the world was left behind in the shadows of history.
